François Hanriot: Quick Facts

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Born	December 3, 1759 • Nanterre • France
Died	July 28, 1794 (aged 34) • Paris • France
Political Affiliation	Jacobin Club
Role In	French Revolution

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François Hanriot, engraving by F. Bonneville, 18th century.

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